Not a Drag Getting Old After All...
Mood:  happy
This is a snippet from an online newspaper from Arkansas...

I do wonder if some of today's acts will have the staying power of The Rolling Stones, or Aerosmith, or Johnny Cash. Somehow I can't feature any of the Interchangeable Blondes (Britney, Christina, Jessica, Lindsey, et al) still touring in 40 years. Granted, modern science, plastic surgery and preservatives could keep them looking the same as they do now, but I just don't think they have the staying power.

Nor can I see acts such as System of the Down, Green Day, Justin Timberlake, Clay Aiken, 50 Cent, or any of the other acts-of-the-moment still performing in 2045. I can't see some of them still performing in 2010.

However, I do suspect we'll probably see another Rolling Stones tour in 2045. I can picture it now — Charlie Watts propped up behind his drums and occasionally dozing off, Ronnie Wood sitting on stage in a rocking chair and a pot-bellied Mick Jagger alternately sucking on an oxygen hose and holding himself up with a cane.

Keith Richards, meanwhile, will be standing there, perfectly preserved, cigarette hanging from his lips, looking much the same as he is now, the enigmatic, unchanging Sphinx of rock 'n' roll.


Damn right about Keith, and don't you forget it! He'll still be kicking ass!

Two Days Later & the Frenzy is Only Getting Worse!
Mood:  rushed
Two days have now passed since the Stones announced their new tour. People are just flipping mad with obtaining tickets. I have been getting tons of email per day that is really meant for RS.COM...people wanting to join there and emailing stonesplanet.com in confusion. I'm happy to re-direct, but I should collect a commission for everyone who buys a membership in their club!

I am slightly nervous, as I always am at ticket time. I don't have one single ticket yet. I do hope to get a pair to opening night soon...I already have my flight and hotel booked.

There are some great photos from the press conference floating around out there, check my front page for a great one of Keith. Also, video footage of the press conference is available and downloads of the new song "Oh No Not You Again", which I quite liked. The Today Show's Matt Lauer interviewed the boys and there are clips on their site...the whole interview can be seen on tomorrow's (Friday May 13) Today Show.

I wonder when the new merchandise will be rolled out?

Thank Goodness It's Official
Mood:  party time!
What a day! I went to work at my "real" job from 7:30-10:00am, then got off way early & came home and got onto the computer in preparation for today's Stones press conference. I didn't get off the computer and/or cell phone until 7pm! My phone rang incessantly and my emails flowed in...friends "in the know", friends at the press conference, friends wanting ticket tips. It was nerve wracking and fun all at the same time. By 4pm I need a beer and I had a balck & tan. Got Stones Planet's tour issue ready by 9:30pm...and now I think I am finally done. Now all I need are some damn tickets! Didn't use my presale passcode yet...but I do intend to be at opening night Aug. 21 in Boston..and also Chicago, Columbus, Toronto, Pittsburgh, Hershey, DC, Philly...and several more on the west coast! See ya on tour!

40 Years Ago Today Keith Had a Dream...
Mood:  cheeky
On May 6, 1965, guitarist Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones came up with the riff that formed the foundation of the song "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction.'' He was staying at a motel in Clearwater, Florida, at the time.

Press Conference Tuesday May 10 NYC
Even though Rogers & Cowan are still not giving official location details, major media sources are now confirming that the Rolling Stones press conference will be held on Tuesday May 10th in NYC at Julliard Music School. The Stones will announce their world tour, as well as details of their new album release and are rumored to play two live songs-one from the new album and one classic number. Stay tuned for more details. Stones Planet Fanzine will have a special issue out in a few weeks dedicated to the new tour, with tour dates, etc. included.

Rumored Tour Dates
These are the RUMORED with a capital R, tour dates that have been culled from various people and Stones sites on the internet. No sense making plans yet...an official announcement will be made next week.

RUMORED dates so far in US


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Aug 21 - Fenway Park - Boston, MA
Aug 23 - Fenway Park - Boston, MA
Aug 25 - Fleet Center, Boston, MA

Sep - Soldier Field - Chicago, IL

Sep 13 - Madison Square Garden - NYC
Sep 15 - Giants Stadium - East Rutherford, NJ
Sep 17 - Beacon Theatre - NYC

Sep - Borgota Hotel Casino - Atlantic City, NJ (two shows)
Sep - Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
Sep - Tower Theatre, Upper Darby PA (Philadelphia)
Sep - Wachovia Center - Philadelphia, PA

Sep 26 - Rentschler Field - Hartford, CT
Sep 28 - PNC Park - Pittsburgh, PA

Oct - MCI Center - Washington, DC
Oct - Savvis Center - St. Louis, MO
Oct - Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn Hills, MI

Nov 6 - Hollywood Bowl - Los Angeles, CA
Nov 8 - Hollywood Palladium - Los Angeles, CA
Nov 18 - MGM Grand Garden Arena - Las Vegas, NV

Dec 2 - Toyota Center - Houston, TX
Dec 4 - American Airlines Center - Dallas, TX

Now Playing: Press Conference to be held within next 2 weeks
Stay tuned Stones fans, because the Rolling Stones will officially announce their tour within the next 2 weeks. It is then that we can begin to book hotels and make travel arrangements and buy tickets! Many rumors are swirling about tentative tour dates already. In fact my hometown of Pittsburgh, PA has announced on WDVE radio that the Stones will play here at PNC Park on Sept. 28...let's hope that is true! I am personally looking forward to the club gigs, but will take anything I can get. I hope to attend the press conference and if I do, I will certainly give a full report here on my website.

More from the Rumor Mill
Mood:  a-ok
The latest spreading gossip is that the tour rehearsals will begin in Toronto at the end of July.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

PS: Start saving your money for the tour NOW.

Today's Rumors
Well, the speculation continues. Boston radio stations are reporting that the Stones will play Fenway park 8/20 & 8/21. We'll see. A good source did say tonight that a late August Boston tour start is in the works, so it may be true. Who knows. When it's official, I'll believe it. Until then, no point in guessing.

Mick & Keith in Paris Working on New Album
Mood:  happy
Well, Mick and Keith are in France again working on the new album. Ronnie has a show coming up tonight and after his gigs are finished reportedly he and Bernard Fowler will also join the boys in France. We haven't heard much from the boys recently, so this is welcome news.